Family Support Worker, Temp

• Travel in your own vehicle (mileage reimbursed ) to family homes and communities in the service area.

• Determine family needs/develop goal-based service plans through assessments and discussions with the youth/families.

• Record and report client progress.

• Provide resources and model - communication, boundaries, behavior management, child development, effective problem solving or other relevant information related to outlined client goals

• Support children & families to connect with community resources/programs (recreation, child care, employment supports & job coaching, addictions support, family counselling, etc.) to build a support network for future growth and success.

• Advocate for clients when appropriate

*** Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• A passion for working with families within your community

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Social Service Worker, Addictions, etc.

• 2+ years social work experience in family supports, intervention, youth work, trauma informed care, addictions, kinship/foster care, etc.

• Valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance, and clean driver’s abstract

• Awareness of applicable community resources to meet client needs

• Knowledge of indigenous culture is an asset

• Experience working with computer software systems

• Highly motivated and able to work independently

Due to the use of company vehicles, applicants must be at least 22 years of age, have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience, and have no more than 2 demerit points on their license. A current driver’s abstract is required.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

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No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.